Director - Development (SPA4 -COBU-50013077)

Role Overview

Director - Development within the Office Business Unit at Qiddiya Investment Company. This is a strategy-focused role responsible for shaping Qiddiya's office portfolio and ensuring products, phasing, and development plans are aligned with market demand and business objectives.

Role Purpose

Combine market intelligence, commercial analysis, and stakeholder engagement to support the delivery of commercially successful office developments across Qiddiya. Shape the office portfolio and ensure strategic alignment between market demand and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Portfolio Development

• Develop office portfolio, asset, and product strategies aligned with market demand and business objectives.
• Define office products, tenant positioning, and customer value propositions.
• Develop recommendations on project phasing, prioritization, and investment decisions.

Market Analysis & Commercial Intelligence

• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and occupier analysis to inform development decisions.
• Assess office market risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support the identification of anchor occupiers, strategic partners, and key demand drivers.

Business Planning & Advisory

• Prepare business cases, strategic recommendations, and management presentations.
• Manage external consultants and advisory workstreams.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work with Development, Design, Delivery, Leasing, and Operations teams to optimize project outcomes.
• Support engagement with key stakeholders both internally and externally.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10–12 years of experience in management consulting, real estate strategy, development, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of real estate markets, occupier requirements, and development economics.
• Experience in market analysis, business planning, and strategic recommendations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.